Hardy Hibiscus 'Mighty Big Pink' – Hibiscus moscheutos

Overview

'Mighty Big Pink' is a hardy hibiscus cultivar (Hibiscus moscheutos) hybridized by B. Morrison, named for its exceptionally large, clear pink flowers that can reach dinner-plate size.

Botanical Profile

Characteristics

Robust, upright perennial 5–6 feet tall. Flowers are 10–12 inches across, clear medium pink with a small red eye, lightly ruffled. Foliage is large, maple-like, green. Blooms from midsummer to frost.

Cultivation

• Zones: 4–9.
• Sun: Full sun.
• Soil: Moist, rich, well-drained.
• Water: Consistent moisture for largest flowers.
• Maintenance: Cut back to ground in late winter.

Uses

Spectacular as a focal point in perennial borders, rain gardens, or near water features. The huge flowers are a magnet for hummingbirds.